Assistant Director, Facilities

Summary of Job Duties

This position will assist the Executive Director with all duties in the operation of the department. The Engineering & Operations Department is responsible for all facilities maintenance including HVAC/R, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC Controls, Fire Alarm Systems, Preventative Maintenance, General Maintenance, Plant Operations, Grounds, Signage, Key Access, Call Center and Minor Renovation and Construction Projects.

Lead the Landscape & Grounds, In-House Construction, and General Maintenance sections of the Engineering and Operations (E&O) department. This team includes 2 direct reports and 36 indirect reports.

Lead department efforts from strategic planning to daily operations including the development, implementation and monitoring of key performance indicators.

Manage performance of outside contractors to ensure work is completed correctly and withing the budget provided and timeline.

Devise and implement strategies and procedures to enhance employees' productivity, safety and morale.

Work in close collaboration with other E&O departments and with other UAMS entities to understand customer needs and lead development of cost-effective and regulatory compliant solutions.

Professionally communicate with internal and external entities with all levels of the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: HS diploma/GED, Baccalaureate Degree with a Major in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management/Engineering or Similar. (Experience in lieu of education may be accepted.) 5 years of facilities management/maintenance experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Master’s Degree: Engineering or Construction or Business Administration or Healthcare Administration or similar, 7 or more years of facilities management/maintenance experience with 4 or more years being in a healthcare setting. CHFM or CHC, Computer program proficiency level: Advanced

Additional Information

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: Resume

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants: Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification).

A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law.

The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity: N/A

Frequent Physical Activity: Feeling, Hearing, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity: N/A

Benefits Eligible: Yes